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432 Western Ave . • Brattleboro , VT
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humanely-raised local meats , poultry , and eggs ; Vermont dairy products ; fair-trade coffee ; chocolate ; environmentallyconscious cleaning supplies ; and homeopathic remedies . Their deli menu features scrumptious and wholesome soups and made-to-order sandwiches , and they also sell a broad variety of Vermont micro-brew beers and hand-selected wines .
A Holiday Adventure
In search of a family-friendly Vermont Holiday adventure ? Look no further than Santa ’ s Land USA . Located north of Putney ’ s town center on Bellows Falls Road , Santa ’ s Land USA is a small , Christmas-themed family park in the foothills of the Green Mountains . It is open every weekend on Saturdays and Sundays from late July until Christmas . Their gift shop houses an extensive collection of Christmas ornaments and Holiday souvenirs , and kids will love to explore their fun house or take a ride on their giant slide , train , or carousel . Families can visit with Santa and his elves , indulge in a sugary treat at the on-site sweet shop , play a spirited round on the mini golf course , or warm their spirits with some fries or a mug of hot chocolate from the concession stand . Don ’ t forget to write a letter to Santa and drop it off in the official Santa mailbox before you leave !
Wine and Dine
You won ’ t have to wander far from Putney ’ s town center for a delicious meal and satisfying sip of Vermont-made wine or spirits . The Putney Diner on Main Street is well-known for it ’ s all-day breakfast fare and comfort food , which is made with farm-fresh ingredients . Tempt your sweet tooth with a Belgian waffle or some cinnamon challah French toast , or savor their “ Putney Muffin ” fried egg sandwich on an English muffin . For those who like it hot , the diner ’ s breakfast burritos and Cajun skillets never disappoint , and the wide range of specialty omelets offered make use of locally-sourced produce , cheeses , and meats . Lunch starters , wraps , and sandwiches are also available , as well as hearty entrees , such as meatloaf and roasted turkey . Make sure not to leave town without trying one of their fresh muffins or cinnamon rolls .
During the warmer months , those in the mood for some hearty southern barbecue served in an incomparable setting should make a beeline for Curtis BBQ on Putnam Landing Road . Founded by longtime Putney resident Curtis Tuff , Curtis BBQ remains an iconic mainstay of Vermont ’ s barbecue scene . Born in Georgia , Tuff relocated to Putney in the late 1960s . In 1968 , Tuff began serving up delicious southern comfort food to the great delight of the local community . Over half a century later , Curtis BBQ continues Tuff ’ s tradition of barbecue excellence , offering open-pit-smoked ribs and chicken , which is served out of a repurposed baby-blue school bus . Their open-air dining area is a wonderful place to enjoy a summer breeze and some fantastic food , so be sure to stop by during the summertime and early fall .
For gourmet farm-to-table food in a comfortable and inviting setting , make a reservation at The Gleanery on Main Street . The Gleanery was initially funded using a groundbreaking “ Community Supported Restaurant ” model ( CSR ), which is similar to the Community Supported Agriculture ( CSA ) model used by small farms across the state . Through the CSR business model , local community members purchase shares in the restaurant , which are paid back through monthly dining credits . The restaurant , in turn , uses the money to support local farmers and food makers by purchasing their goods , creating a mutually-beneficial network of sustainable commerce . In line with that same underlying philosophy , many of The Gleanery ’ s furnishings and artworks are made by local craftspeople and artists , such as Richard Bissell and
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